Honey-Ginger Tea

I've been a bit under the weather, which translates into the consumption of copious amounts of TheraFlu. The taste is awful, but if you can chug it down (literally, the label recommends finishing the glass in 10 minutes) the after effects are quite calming.

I've always sworn by warm tea with a touch of honey when sick. Though I usually stick to peppermint or Celestial Seasoning's Sleppytime tea, I've managed to acquire a fair amount of green tea during the semester. I saw this recipe for Honey-Ginger tea that incorporates green tea and had to give it a try. It's rather soothing and perfect for anyone with a cold.

Honey-Ginger Tea Recipe (from Southern Living)

Ingredients

• 1  (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled
• 1  regular-size green tea bag
• 1  tablespoon  fresh lemon juice
• 2  tablespoons  honey
• 1  cup  boiling water

 Preparation

•  Grate ginger, using the large holes of a box grater, to equal 1 Tbsp. Squeeze juice from ginger into a teacup; discard solids.
• Place tea bag, lemon juice, and honey in teacup; add boiling water.
• Cover and steep 3 minutes. Remove and discard tea bag, squeezing gently.

Image via MyRecipes

Warming Up

Cooling temperatures make warm beverages more and more appealing by the day. Of course, shelling out for tea and coffee on a daily basis can quickly add up. Solution: find an adorable travel mug that serves as more than enough of an enticement to make your own.

I'm loving this blue and white version, but unfortunately it's sold out. The color and floral pattern reminds me of fine china, but it's also playful and practical. A silicone band shields you from the discomfort of holding a hot mug, and the little teapot is designed to hold the string of the tea bag while you drink. Genius, right?

Hopefully the reorder will arrive soon!